Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has summoned Raja Casablanca defender, Youssef Belammari to replace to Romain Sais for the remainder of the tournament on home soil.
The decision stem from Saïss injury setback during the Atlas Lions opening game against Comoros at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
The 35-year-old defender, who is the captain of the Atlas Lions was forced off with an injury after just 18 minutes into the clash, held at the at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat.
Saïss was replaced by Jawad El Yamiq, as the North African giants cruised to a 2-0 victory over Comoros. Following scans on Monday, the Al-Sadd defender has been forced to pull out of the tournament.
However, Morocco coach, has handed Youssef Belammari a late invite to join the Atlas Lions team for the tournament.
The 27-year-old left-footed defender has made 15 appearances for the Morocco national team since making his debut in 2024.
This season, Youssef Belammari has made seven appearances for Raja Casablanca in the Moroccan top-flight.
